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  3. KEF LS60 Wireless vs Buchardt A700

KEF LS60 Wireless vs Buchardt A700 Comparison

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KEF LS60 Wireless

Powered Floor-standing | 31-24k Hz

KEF LS60 Wireless
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Buchardt A700

Powered Floor-standing | 17-40k Hz

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KEF LS60 Wireless KEF LS60 Wireless
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KEF LS60 Wireless vs Buchardt A700 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing LS60 Wireless and A700, two Powered Floor-standing speakers from KEF and Buchardt. Being Powered speakers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of KEF LS60 Wireless and Buchardt A700 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsKEF LS60 WirelessBuchardt A700
BrandKEF
United Kingdom · founded 1961
Buchardt
Denmark · founded 2014
Design3-way3-way
Built-in amplifier1400-watt RMS600-watt RMS (1320-watt peak)
Uni-Q driver12th Generation Uni-Q—
Tweeter0.75" aluminum dome0.74" aluminum waveguide
Midrange4"6"
Woofer4 x 5.25" Uni-Core force-cancelling4 x 6" paper
Frequency response31-24k Hz17-40k Hz
Max depth / sample rate24-bit / 384 kHz24-bit / 192kHZ
BluetoothBuilt-in 4.2No
App controlYes—
Weight31.20kg / 68.6lbs28.00kg / 61.6lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)42.9" x 8.3" x 15.5"
1090.0 x 212.0 x 394.0mm
39.4" x 7" x 11"
1000.0 x 180.0 x 280.0mm

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.


Drivers

Both LS60 Wireless and A700 are 3-way speakers.

Tweeter - 0.75 inchMidrange - 4 inchWoofer - 5.25 inchWoofer - 5.25 inchWoofer - 5.25 inchWoofer - 5.25 inch
KEF LS60 Wireless
Tweeter - 0.74 inchMidrange - 6 inchWoofer - 6 inchWoofer - 6 inchWoofer - 6 inchWoofer - 6 inch
Buchardt A700

TweeterMidrangeWoofer

Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.

Driver KEF LS60 Wireless Buchardt A700
Driver Setup 3-way 3-way
Tweeter 0.75-inch 0.74-inch
Midrange 1 x 4-inch 1 x 6-inch
Woofer 4 x 5.25-inch 4 x 6-inch

LS60 Wireless features a 0.75" Aluminum aluminum dome Tweeter, a 4" Midrange and 4 x 5.25" Uni-Core force-cancelling Woofer. On the other hand, the A700 features a 0.74" fine weave soft fabric textile aluminum waveguide Tweeter, a 6" Midrange and 4 x 6" paper Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 100-250Hz and 2800Hz.

Frequency Response

LS60 Wireless has a frequency range of 31-24k Hz whereas A700 has a frequency range of 17-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 17Hz, the A700 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the LS60 Wireless's min frequency of 31Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.

Low Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

LS60 Wireless
A700
Min
Average
Median

Physical Specs

The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare KEF LS60 Wireless's and Buchardt A700's external dimensions. KEF LS60 Wireless has external dimensions of 1090.0 x 212.0 x 394.0mm (42.9 x 8.3 x 15.5inch) whereas Buchardt A700 has external dimensions of 1000.0 x 180.0 x 280.0mm (40.0 x 7 x 11inch).

KEF LS60 Wireless is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 32mm wider, 90mm taller and 114mm deeper than Buchardt A700.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of KEF LS60 Wireless and Buchardt A700 in scale.

KEF LS60 Wireless vs Buchardt A700 Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of KEF LS60 Wireless and Buchardt A700 Size and External Dimensions

Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base surface area of the KEF LS60 Wireless is approximately 835.3cm2 / 129.5inch2 and base area of the Buchardt A700 is approximately 504.0cm2 / 78.1inch2. The LS60 Wireless requires 66% more surface area than the A700 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.

Weight Comparison

The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The KEF LS60 Wireless weighs 31.20kg / 68.6lbs and the Buchardt A700 weighs 28.00kg / 61.6lbs. This makes the LS60 Wireless 11% heavier than the A700.

Here is a comparison of how LS60 Wireless and A700's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Floor-standing class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
KEF LS60 Wireless
Buchardt A700
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of KEF LS60 Wireless?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of LS60 Wireless:
  • 2 Wireless Speakers
  • Power Cords
  • Interspeaker Cable
  • Remote Control
  • Optional Floor Spikes
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Warranty and Safety Documents


Reasons to choose KEF LS60 Wireless over Buchardt A700

Handheld Remote Yes vs No Control the speaker by the included RC
App-Based Control Apple iOS, Android vs None Control the speaker via an app
Price per pair* 4999USD vs 6600USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Ethernet Connection Yes vs No High quality streaming over Ethernet
USB Port Service only vs No USB port adds flexibility
Digital Input TOSLINK Optical, Coax vs No Connect digital inputs directly
HDMI Input eARC vs No Connect HDMI sources directly

Reasons to choose Buchardt A700 over KEF LS60 Wireless

Woofer Size 6 inches vs 5.25 inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 17 Hz vs 31 Hz Generates deeper bass
High Frequency Response 40k Hz vs 24k Hz Generates higher frequency
Height 1000mm vs 1090mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Base Surface Area 504cm2 vs 835cm2 Takes less floor space
XLR Connection Yes vs No Connection via XLR input

KEF LS60 Wireless vs Buchardt A700 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General KEF LS60 Wireless Buchardt A700
Brand KEF Buchardt
Speaker Type Powered Stereo Speakers Floor-standing speaker
Frequency Response 31-24k Hz 17-40k Hz
Amplifier
Watts RMS (Continuous) 1400-watt RMS 600-watt RMS
Watts Peak (Max) n/a 1320-watt RMS
Max Bit Depth 24-bit 24-bit
Max Sample Rate 384 kHz 192kHZ
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 4 4
Woofer Size 5.25" 6"
Woofer Composition Uni-Core force-cancelling paper
Woofer Surround Material Rubber n/a
Tweeter Size 0.75" 0.74"
Tweeter Type aluminum dome aluminum waveguide
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver 4" 6"
Crossover Frequency n/a 100-250Hz and 2800Hz
Firing Direction rear n/a
Suggested Break-in Period n/a 100 hours
Physical Specs
Height 1090.0mm (42.9") 1000.0mm (39.4")
Width 212.0mm (8.3") 180.0mm (7.1")
Depth 394.0mm (15.5") 280.0mm (11")
Weight 31.20kg (68.6lbs) 28.00kg (61.6lbs)
Enclosure Bass Reflex Acoustic Suspension
Available Colors Mineral White, Titanium Grey, Royal Blue, British racing green, Carbon black Black, White, Walnut
Grille n/a Yes
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Aux Inputs No XLR
USB Port Service only Service Only
Phone Input No No
Subwoofer Output Wired n/a
Digital Input TOSLINK Optical, Coax No
HDMI Input eARC No
Headphone Jack No No
Ethernet Port Yes No
Other
Parts Warranty 2 years 10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered)
Labor Warranty 2 years 10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered)

Verdict

No single best speaker here - they are built to different priorities, and the right one depends on your room, your sources and what you listen to.

AreaBetterWhy
BassBBuchardt A700 digs deeper - 17Hz against 31Hz.
Built-in powerAKEF LS60 Wireless has the bigger amplifier (1400W vs 600W RMS).
ConnectionsAKEF LS60 Wireless adds Bluetooth, streaming, HDMI and digital inputs.
SizedependsBuchardt A700 is easier to place; KEF LS60 Wireless is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides.
CabinetdependsPorted vs Sealed. Sealed is tighter and happier near a wall; ported digs lower but wants space behind it.
ExpandabilityAKEF LS60 Wireless: a sub output. KEF LS60 Wireless sits in a wider range (10 models), so a matched surround system is easier later.
PriceAKEF LS60 Wireless is cheaper - $4,999 against $6,600, about 24% less.

A KEF LS60 Wireless  B Buchardt A700
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.

Which should you choose?

KEF LS60 Wireless is the easier recommendation: it leads on most of the measured areas and costs less. Take Buchardt A700 if its size, looks or fit in your room suit you better. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 31Hz anyway, which makes the cheaper KEF LS60 Wireless much easier to justify. In a large or open-plan room, KEF LS60 Wireless has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, Buchardt A700 is the easier speaker to get right.

And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.


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